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Mystery 'Kim Ji-mee' graffiti spotted at nearly 500 sites across Seoul

The korea Herald News

The korea Herald News

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July 9, 2026

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Mystery 'Kim Ji-mee' graffiti spotted at nearly 500 sites across Seoul

Unknown graffiti bearing the name Kim Ji-mee has appeared across Seoul, with nearly 500 writings discovered throughout the city. According to local media reports, the graffiti has been found in Jongno-gu, Dongdaemun-gu and other parts of Seoul. Since first appearing in large numbers in April, more than 500 writings have been discovered on building walls, crosswalk signs, bus stops, construction site walls and utility poles. The graffiti includes phrases such as Kim Ji-mee, click, Let's clic

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